Confidential
Chief Development Officer (CDO)
About the Company
Well-established youth development organization
Industry
Individual & Family Services
Type
Non Profit
Founded
2003
Employees
51-200
Specialties
boys & girls club of brookings
boys & girls club of moody county
club preschool - brookings
boys & girls club of yankton - the traditional unit
and boys & girls club of yankton - the academy
About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead its resource development efforts and advance the organization's mission of empowering youth. The CDO will be responsible for creating and executing a strategic fundraising plan that aligns with the company's vision, cultivating relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners, and overseeing donor stewardship programs. This role involves identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities, coordinating fundraising events, and collaborating with marketing and communications teams to highlight the impact of donor support. The successful candidate will also provide leadership and mentorship to the development team, maintain comprehensive tracking of fundraising activities, and ensure adherence to ethical fundraising practices.
Candidates for the CDO position at the company should have a bachelor's degree (master's preferred) and a proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and business development. The role requires exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills, as well as proficiency in donor database systems and fundraising software. Experience in public relations, marketing, and a strong understanding of nonprofit fundraising trends are essential. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to driving positive change, with the ability to inspire support and ensure the sustainability and growth of the company's programs and services. Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Non-Profit Management Strategy
About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead its resource development efforts and advance the organization's mission of empowering youth. The CDO will be responsible for creating and executing a strategic fundraising plan that aligns with the company's vision, cultivating relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners, and overseeing donor stewardship programs. This role involves identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities, coordinating fundraising events, and collaborating with marketing and communications teams to highlight the impact of donor support. The successful candidate will also provide leadership and mentorship to the development team, maintain comprehensive tracking of fundraising activities, and ensure adherence to ethical fundraising practices.
Candidates for the CDO position at the company should have a bachelor's degree (master's preferred) and a proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and business development. The role requires exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills, as well as proficiency in donor database systems and fundraising software. Experience in public relations, marketing, and a strong understanding of nonprofit fundraising trends are essential. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to driving positive change, with the ability to inspire support and ensure the sustainability and growth of the company's programs and services. Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Non-Profit Management Strategy